The Spanish Government today announced the establishment of a center for Hispanic-Jewish studies and a special museum in the famous 14th century Synagogue of Samuel Levi, known as the Transit Synagogue in the ancient city of Toledo, near here.
The Government announcement–which was made in connection with the 10-day Symposium now being held here by the Institute of Sephardic Studies–said that the creation of the Spanish-Jewish Museum and center was essential for an understanding of the varied aspects of Sephardic Jews settled all over the world. The Transit Synagogue was built in 1357 by Samuel Levi, an outstanding leader of Spanish Jewry of his time.
The Symposium which will conclude on Wednesday, is attempting to study the geographical distribution and social status of Sephardic culture and people throughout the world, as well as to formulate measures for the renewal of bonds with Spanish culture and the Spanish language.
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